Pto Design Cases
Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Pto projects in press coverage.
Designers and creative leads credited on Pto projects in press coverage.
Creative Boom profiles Oxford-raised illustrator Philippa Coules, who merges graphic design sensibilities with fashion and interior-inspired illustrations. Her digital works, often created on an iPad with textured pencil detailing, explore femininity, simplicity, and personal storytelling through everyday scenes and outfits she wishes she owned. The article highlights her journey from graphic design studies to a flourishing illustration career with clients like Brochu Walker and Apartment Therapy.
Creative Boom’s Katy Cowan curates five beautifully designed bicycles in celebration of World Bicycle Day. The article highlights models from Quirk Cycles, Brompton, Moustache Bikes, VanMoof, and Veloe, emphasizing craftsmanship, innovation, and aesthetic appeal. Each bike represents a different approach to modern cycling, from handmade frames to advanced e-bike technology.
Sydney-based studio Accompany rebranded Crypto Tax Calculator as Summ, a new identity reflecting its evolution into a comprehensive crypto portfolio platform. The project includes a new name, visual and verbal systems, and an extensive illustration suite by Nico Brausch. The identity balances precision and warmth, using a vibrant violet palette, expressive typography, and motion to convey clarity and confidence in the fintech space.
The article profiles Paris-based type designer Arthur Calame and his studio Calame.Bureau, exploring his tactile, craft-driven approach to typography. Drawing inspiration from everyday life and personal hobbies, Calame treats letters as sculptural forms, resulting in expressive typefaces like Maroni, Bobine, and Comptoir. His work spans cultural and commercial projects, blending human imperfection with digital precision.
Ashfall Studio rebranded blockchain company Aptos to move beyond stereotypical crypto aesthetics, creating a warm, human-centered identity that retains the brand’s recognizable wave symbol. The project refined typography, color, and motion systems within a modular framework, launched at the Aptos Experience in New York. Collaborating with Motto and Evil Martians, Ashfall delivered a scalable, flexible brand ecosystem that balances technical precision with human warmth.
Brompton celebrates its 50th anniversary with the limited-edition 1975 Edition bicycle, honouring the skilled brazers who handcraft each frame. The design features a Thermal Fade lacquer inspired by the brazing process and includes thoughtful accessories and commemorative details. The release aligns with Brompton’s new brand identity by Studio Blackburn, reinforcing the brand’s heritage and craftsmanship.
Studio Blackburn created a new global identity for Brompton to celebrate its 50th anniversary, centered on the concept 'Life Unfolded'. The rebrand introduces a motion-led system inspired by the bike’s folding mechanism, a bespoke typeface, and a signature Klein blue color. The refreshed identity aims to unify Brompton’s global presence while maintaining its British heritage and cultural relevance.
